Blockchain Industry Updates & Privacy News
Visa, Stripe, and Standard Chartered's digital asset custody arm, Zodia Custody, have joined as official validators for the Tempo blockchain. They will oversee transaction validation, ordering, and finalization, bringing significant institutional credibility to Tempo's newly launched mainnet and its innovative agent-based payment protocol.
Read MoreA key Federal Reserve nominee has cleared a major hurdle. The Senate Banking Committee Chairman confirmed an upcoming hearing next week and expressed confidence in the nomination's approval, while also expecting a separate investigation into the current Chair to conclude swiftly.
Read MoreThe Senate confirmation hearing for the nominee to lead the Federal Reserve is officially set for April 21st. This critical step will shape the future of U.S. monetary policy and is being closely monitored by financial markets worldwide.
Read MoreMichael Saylor announced that the STRC perpetual preferred stock achieves $278M daily liquidity with 1.7% volatility and a 4.49 Sharpe ratio, performing near money market stability levels while delivering superior risk-adjusted returns.
Read MoreAmerican Express introduces an AI-powered developer toolkit for ‘Agentic Commerce,’ offering transaction protection and fraud prevention. The company also reveals multiple initiatives exploring stablecoin applications, focusing on settlement scenarios to enhance efficiency and trust in digital transactions.
Read MoreYi Lihua, founder of Liquid Capital, shares his trading philosophy. He argues that perfect accuracy is impossible and the true key to success lies in robust risk management. Using past year's market maneuvers as examples, he emphasizes preparing strategies for all scenarios over chasing every correct call.
Read MoreIran is reportedly considering a temporary suspension of its shipping operations in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. This potential move aims to facilitate ongoing diplomatic negotiations by removing maritime tensions as a bargaining obstacle. The strait's vital role in global energy transit means any policy shift could significantly impact regional stability and international markets.
Read MoreThe yield on the UK's 10-year government bond issuance has surged to its highest point since the 2008 financial crisis. This sharp rise reflects market reassessments of inflation pressures, Bank of England rate hike expectations, and the broader economic outlook.
Read MoreTAO has experienced significant volatility, falling below the critical $250 level to $249.9. The token recorded a sharp 4% drop within 24 hours, heightening market uncertainty. Analysts advise investors to monitor the situation closely and implement prudent risk management.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals a major whale executed a massive asset swap, converting tens of millions in Ethereum to Bitcoin. This move is seen as a direct bet on a declining ETH/BTC ratio, aiming to eventually repurchase more Ethereum, highlighting strategic plays on crypto valuations.
Read MoreAn Iranian news agency reports that a Pakistani diplomatic source has revealed Islamabad's proposal to host the next round of US-Iran talks. While the timing remains undecided, this move highlights Pakistan's active role in mediating regional tensions.
Read MoreBlockchain investigator ZachXBT reveals a fake Ledger Live app on Apple's App Store stole $9.5 million from 50+ victims in one week, highlighting critical security vulnerabilities in official app marketplaces for crypto users.
Read MoreRakuten Wallet, under Rakuten Group, now supports XRP for trading and payments. Users can convert loyalty points to XRP and spend it across Japan, expanding real-world crypto utility and mainstream adoption.
Read MoreA cryptocurrency has witnessed explosive growth, surging over 60% within 24 hours and breaking past the $0.33 resistance level. Analysts caution that such high volatility necessitates careful risk management and close market monitoring.
Read MoreCiti Group has revised its price target for Alphabet, Google's parent company, upward to $405 from $390. This adjustment underscores Wall Street's confidence in the firm's core business strength and its strategic positioning in emerging sectors like artificial intelligence.
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